Galatians 4:21-5:1 Sons of Promise (March 22, 2025 AM, Dr. Michael Grasso)

"Are you truly free—or still living as a slave?In Galatians 4:21–5:1, Paul confronts one of the most important issues in the Christian life: justification by faith alone. Using the account of Hagar and Sarah, he draws a sharp line between two ways of relating to God—one that leads to slavery, and one that leads to true freedom.👉 The central truth:The church holding to justification by faith is truly free—therefore, do not return to slavery.In this sermon, we explore:The contrast between Hagar and Sarah (slavery vs. promise)How Paul interprets the Old Testament in light of the gospelWhy seeking justification by works is a return to bondageWhat it means to belong to the Jerusalem aboveWhy standing firm in gospel freedom is essentialPaul’s warning is direct and urgent:To abandon justification by faith is not a minor doctrinal shift—it is a return to slavery.This was the danger facing the Galatians through the influence of the Judaizers. It remains a danger today wherever salvation is tied to human effort, religious systems, or tradition apart from the gospel.But the good news is this:Christ has set His people free.“For freedom Christ has set us free; stand firm therefore, and do not submit again to a yoke of slavery.” (Galatians 5:1)📖 Text: Galatians 4:21–5:1⛪ Church: New Covenant OPC (South San Francisco)If this sermon was helpful, consider:👍 Liking the video💬 Commenting your thoughts or questions🔔 Subscribing for more biblical teaching#Galatians #JustificationByFaith #ReformedTheology #BibleTeaching #Gospel #ChristianFreedom #SolaFide #FaithAlone #LoveOfTruth"